Focusing on beauty products and techniques for women over 40, Alison Gary, Editor in Chief of Wardrobe Oxygen reviews skincare and cosmetics brands, shares tips for caring for skin and applying makeup, and writes about current beauty trends and how to translate them for the everyday.
New Year’s Eve is around the corner. Every year my sister throws an amazing New Year’s Eve bash where sequins are highly recommended. I wore this look last year; not sure yet what sparkly confection from the back of the closet I’ll pull out this year but I’ll be sure to share the outfit on… Continue Reading My Budget-Friendly NYE Makeup Tip
Somehow I got on the Aveda gifting list. I don’t know how but I have been rejoicing for the past few months. Once a month, I get a box in the mail with a couple Aveda products and each time it arrives I squeal for joy. I’ve been an Aveda fan for decades. I used… Continue Reading Recent Beauty Hits and Misses, the Aveda Edition
Whether it’s your friend, your babysitter, your niece, or your neighbor; a gift of beauty or pampering is usually welcome. For this gift guide I’m keeping all items $25 and less so they can be part of a larger gift, a possible stocking stuffer, or the right size token of friendship.
sweater | skirt | boots | watch | bag | bandana
I’ve written about dry shampoos before. I’ve said I found my holy grail, but it was because I figured it was as good as it gets. But honestly, I hardly ever use it. I’ll use spray wax, I’ll shower, I’ll do anything to not deal with the weird sticky, tacky, dull, overly scented, ashy hair… Continue Reading Friday Favorite: Living Proof Dry Shampoo
Today Amazon is having a special promotion and Wardrobe Oxygen is one of the few blogs out there able to share it! Today only and for a limited time, Wardrobe Oxygen readers can save 20% on any Amazon Luxury Beauty makeup item with promo code LUXMAKEUP20. Choose from best-selling products from Stila and Jane Iredale… Continue Reading 20% off Luxury Beauty at Amazon Today Only!
Do you have a specific process or any tips for applying a bold lip? Any dead skin on my lips takes the stain and creates ugly dark spots, and I can’t seem to apply liner that looks natural, symmetrical, and that follows the line of my lips. I’m wondering if you use a lip conditioner… Continue Reading How to Successfully Wear Bold or Dark Lipstick
There’s a lot of statement-making beauty trends this fall and winter. While some can rock red eyeshadow, extreme cat-eye liner and ruby slipper lips, Wardrobe Oxygen is about real-life style advice. Below I share my favorite makeup trends for Fall/Winter 2016 that are truly wearable for everyday, and look chic on women of all ages.… Continue Reading Wearable Makeup Trends for Fall/Winter 2016
by Jasmin Briggs Hi everyone, WO2 Intern Jasmin here! I’m back with another interview for you all. This time I had the opportunity to interview professional make-up artist and Veluxe executive, Sana Cordeaux. Veluxe is an app that provides hair, makeup, fitness and wellness services in the Washington, DC metro area. Beauty and wellness all… Continue Reading Travel Beauty Tips and Tricks – Interview with Sana Cordeaux